Morocco Elephant Ear
Alocasia 'ALO3' PP #25,803
SKU
8746
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9 - 11 Change
Filtered sun, Partial shade
Water often to keep soil surface moist, but not soggy.
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Botanical Pronunciation | a-loh-KAY-see-uh |
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Average Size at Maturity | Reaches 4 to 6 ft. tall and wide. |
Bloom Time | Prized for foliage |
Deciduous/ Evergreen | Herbaceous |
Foliage Color | Variegated |
Garden Style | Asian/Zen, Contemporary, Tropical |
Landscape Use | Border, Container, Very Wet Areas |
Light Needs | Filtered sun, Partial shade |
Patent Act | Asexual reproduction of plants protected by the Plant Patent Act is prohibited during the life of the patent. |
Special Feature | Dramatic Foliage Color, Gift Plant, Shade Loving, Tolerates Wet Soils |
Water Needs | High |
Watering Needs | Water often to keep soil surface moist, but not soggy. |
Key Feature | Dramatic Foliage Color |
Thrives and spreads freely in evenly moist, organically rich, well-drained soil. Prefers bright shade or filtered sun, and warm, humid environments. Apply a controlled release fertilizer to the potting mix or garden soil. In cold winter zones, enjoy outdoors but move inside well before threat of frost. Remove old, faded foliage as needed.
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